Yes, I answered her. In our last post we discussed MTF transgender people, people born male who feel and desire to appear female, and hormone treatment they can receive as teenagers that moves them closer to this goal.

This post discusses FTM transgender people, and the hormone treatment available to them. Testosterone is what gives a biologically male adolescent his deep voice, body and facial hair, and body shape. Biologically female patients who want to transition towards a traditionally masculine appearance can be prescribed testosterone, either after a course of pubertal suppression or after they have gone through a female puberty. Testosterone comes in many forms, but usually FTM patients are prescribed injections or a patch.

Many of these changes may be irreversible. In addition, taking testosterone long-term may cause an increase in the likelihood of developing certain cancers. I have a question. Ftm dating philadelphia pa what age is it Ftm dating philadelphia pa for some to start this therapy? Is 15 years old Ftm dating philadelphia pa young? Some teens do undergo hormone therapy at this age, and some wait until they are older. In our clinic, we require an in-depth evaluation with a psychologist or psychiatrist who specializes in working with transgender youth, as well as medical clearance from a primary care provider, endocrinologist, or other pediatric care provider.

Then, after a few visits with the provider who would be prescribing hormonal therapy, it can be initiated if everyone is in agreement.

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Many teens who are waiting to decide on this step choose to undergo pubertal suppression, a medical treatment which Ftm dating philadelphia pa the development of secondary sex characteristics like breasts or facial hair.

I have seen a few different physicians but have Ftm dating philadelphia pa with a doctor that works with the University of Michigan Gender comprehensive services. My 15 year old daughter wants to start transitioning to a male. I live in North Branch, mi.

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So U of M would probably be the place to go. How does this work? How much does testosterone therapy cost, and does insurance pay for it? How Safe is this? Any info would be very helpful. I live in Michigan, and i go to a psychiatrist in East Lansing. I was told the hormones will not be received, until months prior of therapy. So, what i get with this information,there is 1 doctor who DOES prescribe underage hormones.

This therapist is really nice,and very confident. However, if you live far away from the lansing area, it may be a litle bit difficult. I was wondering if you could give me the name of that doctor? I live in the Taylor area and need to find a good place to start for testosterone therapy. Hi my 14old son just started hormones this summer.

I live in a small Kentucky town called Murray. I am trying to get started on testosterone and I have no idea where to Ftm dating philadelphia pa. What do I do from here?? The Ftm dating philadelphia pa is, should I keep with this lady? Or should I try and find another therapist who might write me a T letter faster? I live in California.

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How comfortable are you with this therapist? State your interest in moving forward with medical therapy. Ask if she is willing to provide the letter of support at this time.

If she is not willing to write the letter, ask what needs to happen to have her feel ready to do Ftm dating philadelphia pa. Do you need parent consent that you LIVE with? Have a nice day! But usually they wait until the patient is Hi, Ftm dating philadelphia pa have a question. Is parental consent required for a teen to get testosterone? Would a doctor even see me to talk about it without their consent?

My understanding is that parental consent is required for testosterone until the age of It gives you a better idea of the preparation you need, as well as bringing your parents in on at least part of the Ftm dating philadelphia pa and allowing them to ask questions and get information from somebody knowledgeable. Seeing a trans-friendly mental health provider is also a good idea, not only to talk about preparing to transition, but also because it sounds like communicating with your family about this "Ftm dating philadelphia pa" been stressful and frustrating for you- and it helps to be able to talk openly about that stress and frustration with somebody who is knowledgeable and supportive.

But hopefully your parents would be okay with you having a discussion with someone. Unfortunately, the cost is highly dependent on what therapies you are choosing, what assessments are necessary before starting treatment, etc.

I would start research community health centers and other agencies that take a sliding scale fee, and whether they offer gender transition services. This response is late, but not because it was ignored! The cost really varies. Most people going through the transition process see quite a few providers, including a medical provider, mental health provider, and possibly others.

Each provider charges a different Ftm dating philadelphia pa and insurance plans vary. That being said, you should look into your state Medicaid health coverage. Most plans will cover mental health and even the medical visits, however the hormones themselves may not be included.

Some resources include reaching out to Ftm dating philadelphia pa primary care provider if you feel comfortable and looking into your local PFLAG chapter. In Seattle, these are often run by private psychology practices. This is a good question Alex. The answer is a little bit complicated. For certain things teens can access care without a parent.

In Washington State, teens Ftm dating philadelphia pa seek mental health like depression or anxiety and substance use treatment at age 13 and up. They can access birth control options from a provider at any age. The exception would be if the teen has been deemed a mature minor by their medical provider.

Examples of mature minors are teens who are parents or those who are married. Im 17, I turn 18 in about 6 months. I want to start HRT, but im unsure how to go about it. Should I talk to my doctor and see what he recommends? I know that there is an assessment before you can begin hrt, should i get started now? I want to be able to start as soon as I turn 18 if possible. Yes, you should schedule an appointment with your medical provider to get started.

The person who prescribes the treatment is usually an Endocrinologist or Adolescent Medicine specialist. If your doctor is unaware of resources, you may want to ask one of these specialists in your city about HRT. Also, if the injections are more useful than the pills. Thank you so much!!

Thank you for your question Aiden. The Endocrine Society has guidelines for hormorne treatment that your provider will use. Your medical provider will work with you to determine if the testosterone injection, Ftm dating philadelphia pa, or oral pills are Ftm dating philadelphia pa best route for you…which method you choose depends on a few things: It is true that starting hormone treatment can potentially stop your period and change hair growth.

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I encourage you to keep asking questions about the risks and benefits of treatment as you work with your doctor and health care team. The pills have been known to cause liver problems. The injections can cause mood swings towards the end of "Ftm dating philadelphia pa" cycle, meaning when Ftm dating philadelphia pa inject it every week or every other week. There are also implants.

Ftm dating philadelphia pa are kind of like the birth control injections, in a sense, and get replaced every 3 or 6 months, i think. But talking to your medical advisor or counselor is the best option, but I want you to be aware of the connection between pills and liver problems. But talking to your medical advisor or counselor is the best option, but I want you to be aware of the possible connection between pills and liver problems.

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This is a great question. Providers who prescribe testosterone, in general, follow guidelines established by the Endocrine Society. They may use pubertal blockers to postpone puberty such as developing breasts until a person reaches the age and developmental stage of puberty and then start transgender hormone therapy.

I would recommend you reach out to a medical provider with expertise in transgender care in your community. I was just like you, starting puberty and highschool can be extremely depressing and it has nothing to do with gender.

This clinic and others are profiting off your pain and make money on transition. Nowadays they convince you to start taking drugs for life and pay insane fees "Ftm dating philadelphia pa" surgery.

Ftm dating philadelphia pa never liked dolls or dresses either and babies made me uncomfortable. Now I have two children and I embrace my femininity. I am so lucky to not be growing up in this decade when any discomfort with puberty is considered a reason to pump you full of hormones and cut up your body. Bacheca del gruppo Tgirls Ftm dating philadelphia pa › Philadelphia TG, TS, Transgender Meetup Group Discussion Forum › Are you gay, bi or strait if you date a TG, TV, TS, CD.